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Developing a scholarship strategy: (1) Students considering applying to an HBCU are provided with a copy of HBCU Scholarships…and more*to expand the student’s understanding of the unique HBCU-specific scholarship pathways. (2) We review the student’s high school transcript; résumé; PSAT, SAT, and/or ACT score reports; high school profile; desired college list; desired college major; and family’s financial need. (3) We then provide a comprehensive assessment of the student’s profile across the 3 pillars of scholarship, leadership, and service as reflected on the student’s résumé. This review is performed within the context of the holistic reviews conducted by college admissions and scholarship reviewers. (4) We discuss strategies to be pursued and actions to be taken (within the context of the student’s current year of high school) to maximize a student’s college and scholarship opportunities. During this stage, as a part of an open and candid discussion, we may recommend colleges, programs, and scholarships to which we perceive the student to be a good match. (5) We provide students with step-by-step guidance in researching scholarships and developing high-quality scholarship packages. (6) We provide students with guidance on how to write high-quality essays and instruct students on how to develop a scholarship table for planning future scholarship applications.

Note: As indicated in the picture, the facts are that the majority of students attending college in the U.S. are financing their education through student and Parent PLUS loans. Developing a successful scholarship strategy should be the goal of every student and family.